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Trump nominees
Trump lists out his nominees for foreign policy, economy, environment, immigration and national security
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Escaping Pakistan
Economic hardship is perhaps the most significant factor fueling this exodus.
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Paving a digital future
Top government officials have recently been highlighting the critical role AI plays in safeguarding cyberspace
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PSM revival plan
Sindh's plan to revive Pakistan Steel Mills faces criticism for being politically motivated and unfeasible.
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'The final call'
Rising political instability in Pakistan calls for dialogue and a political solution, with Imran Khan's protest rally.
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Nadra data leak
2.7 million Pakistanis' data stolen from NADRA servers, raising concerns over cybersecurity and privacy.
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Pakistan's case at COP
Pakistan calls for a $6.8 trillion global climate fund, urging wealthy nations to support vulnerable countries.
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Beijing's firmness
China reaffirms support for CPEC despite Pakistan's security challenges, emphasizing continued partnership.
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And now scrabble
The refusal to grant visas to the scrabble team is a significant blow to players
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Unanimous resolve
The post-October-2023 Mideast is one of regression and revulsion.
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Internet access
Freelancers in Pakistan are among the most affected by VPN restrictions.
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After 22 years
Under Rizwan's captaincy, Pakistan defeated Australia 2-1 in a historic ODI series on Australian soil.
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Gaza genocide
UN report: 70% of Gaza victims are women and children; Israel's actions violate humanitarian law.
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Dealing with Trump
Pakistan seeks early engagement with Trump’s administration to strengthen bilateral ties and regional cooperation.
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Sex offenders register
Pakistan's National Sex Offenders Register is a vital step in fighting sexual violence, needing strong safeguards.
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Circular debt crisis
Circular debt to exceed Rs2.4 trillion by 2025, highlighting inefficiencies and failure in Pakistan's power sector.
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Shifting climate priorities
US absence at COP29 signals retreat from climate action, jeopardizing global emission-cutting goals.
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Power 'relief' package
Bijli Sahulat Package pressures citizens to consume more electricity, offering temporary relief, no lasting solution.
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Politicising cricket
Naqvi rejects hybrid model for Champions Trophy; calls India’s refusal to visit Pakistan a political decision.
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Another bloodshed
Quetta bombing highlights Pakistan's security failure, with over 1,600 terror incidents and rising insecurity.
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Tax tilt
With a proposed tax generation target of Rs.12 trillion, the receipts to this day are dismal
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Trump's supremacy
.For Ukraine, a second Trump term has rung alarm bells in Kiev.
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Snooker laurels
.Mohammad Asif enters record books winning third title at International Billiards & Snooker Federation Championship
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Suffocating smog
Punjab’s work-from-home policy addresses Lahore's air pollution, but long-term solutions remain crucial.
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IIOJK's special status
IIOJK assembly demands restoration of Article 370, challenging Modi’s claims, but faces New Delhi's indifference.
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Pinching pensions
Govt pension and pay reforms aim to cut financial burden, but need modernization and adjustment for efficiency.
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Looming Iran strike
Iran's FM visit Pakistan amid tensions with Israel, signaling potential retaliation and regional political realignment
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Trump's return
Donald Trump secures a second term, reshaping US politics with a bold foreign policy and domestic shifts.
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Ballooning population
Unchecked population growth in Pakistan fuels poverty and strains resources; urgent family planning is essential.
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Protesting teachers
Teachers protest privatisation and job security issues, calling for reforms to address Pakistan’s education crisis.
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Quick-fix legislation
Pakistan's rushed laws reshape judiciary, boost executive power, and fuel political instability amid vendetta politics
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Crime in the capital
Islamabad faces rising crime rates, prompting concerns from the IHC chief justice about law and order challenges.
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Further cut in policy rate
The central bank cuts the benchmark policy rate by 250 bps to stimulate a struggling economy amid rising energy prices
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America decides
Americans vote for representatives and judges, but the tight race between Harris and Trump draws the most attention.
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Vector-borne diseases
Karachi's rise in vector-borne diseases reflects government failures in sanitation, not just climate change concerns.
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Mounting US pressure on India
US sanctions on Indian firms signal Washington's impatience, urging India to choose a side amid rising tensions.
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Flight of talent
Pakistan's brain drain worsens as instability drives skilled workers to seek better opportunities abroad.
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No to draconian laws
The bill to extend detention powers raises concerns over potential misuse against dissent and political opponents.
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Mastung blast
Terrorist attack in Mastung killed eight, including five schoolchildren, rising fear and hindering foreign investment.
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Poor state of education
University of Sindh cancels MPhil and PhD programs after 98% of candidates fail entrance exams.
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Troubling diagnosis
Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2024 spotlighted Pakistan's high rates, calling for action against late diagnoses.
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Free' press
Freedom Network's 2024 report reveals dire threats to press freedom in Pakistan, highlighting six journalist killings.
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Setback to sell-off policy
PIA's privatization attempt failed, with one bidder offering just 12% of the asking price.
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MDCAT scrutiny
FIA probe has stirred debate over how effectively the current system upholds merit
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Smog 'calamity'
Provincial govt has enforced a "green lockdown", announced targeting smog hotspots across Lahore
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Indian transgression
Amit Shah behind a campaign of violence and intimidation targeting Sikh separatists in Canada
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Growing regional trade deficit
Pakistan needs to diversify its trading partners but its dwarfed by India due to raw size and growing middle class
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Weaponising the law
Rule of law should protect individuals but in Pakistan, legal system is being manipulated to stifle voices of dissent
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China's concern
Chinese interests are constantly under fire from non-state actors despite contingency plans
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TNA boycott
TNA test designed to identify areas where teachers benefit from additional training.but quality of teachers poor